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Suffixation

Definition: The process of forming new words by adding a suffix to a base word or root.

Examples:

1. Noun form:

Definition: The act or result of adding a suffix to a base word or root to create a new noun.

Example Sentence 1: The suffixation of "-ness" transforms the adjective "happy" into the noun "happiness".

Example Sentence 2: Many English nouns are created through the process of suffixation.

2. Verb form:

Definition: The act or result of adding a suffix to a base word or root to create a new verb.

Example Sentence 1: By suffixating "-ize" to the noun "modern," we can form the verb "modernize".

Example Sentence 2: The process of suffixation allows for the creation of diverse verb forms.

Related Products:

To explore books and resources related to the concept of suffixation, you may consider the following options:

• Books on Suffixation in Linguistics
• Books on Word Formation
• Books on Nouns and Verbs in English